Meet the Coaches

Dr. Leslie, Coach

Leslie is a Doctoral student studying perspectives of joint physical custody through the eyes of adults who experienced the two-home system as a child. She holds a B.S. in Psychology from Old Dominion University and a Master of Public Administration from Walden University. She is also a CDC Certified Divorce Coach, CDC Transition and Recovery Coach, member of ICF, real estate investor & agent, author, wife, and mother of two adult sons.

In addition to her educational experience, Leslie also survived teen pregnancy in 1994, a divorce in 2005, and her father’s death in 2017. These experiences brought change she learned to embrace, including co-parenting in and out of the 50/50 joint shared custody arena for 30 years. Her teen pregnancy and subsequent parenting took her through mediation, parenting classes, multiple court cases, child support, and many different types of custody arrangements. Her divorce was a life-changing occurrence that took her from the life she thought she always wanted to a completely new life she had never even dared to dream of. Her experiences in turning a life destined for failure into a life of abundance inspired her to help others and create Leslie Hope & Associates in 2021.

When she isn’t coaching, you can find Leslie chasing the sun on the beach, on a boat, or by the pool somewhere. She loves to read and is a founding member of the North Suffolk Book & Wine Club and a member of the Cedar Point Club Bookclub. She is an avid writer of books and has published “Not Mary Not Roe” as well as “Sleppy Hole Kids,” available on Amazon.

To schedule a call with Leslie, click HERE.

Dr. Courtney, coach

Dr. Courtney is a compassionate, experienced divorce coach with a doctorate degree in Nursing, certification as a Divorce Coach through the CDC, certification in high conflict dispute resolution through the Divorce Coaches Academy, and a standing member of the International Coaching Federation. In 2021, at the conclusion of a traumatic family court journey, she switched gears in her career, determined to turn her experience into a source of positivity and healing. 

She has a deep understanding of human behavior, mental health, and the importance of self-care during challenging life transitions. Coupled with her expertise in the healthcare field, and her coaching education, Dr. Courtney is uniquely equipped to support clients in successfully managing stress, promoting self-care routines, and surviving the emotional impact of divorce. 

Dr. Courtney is dedicated to helping individuals thrive despite the emotional roller coaster that often accompanies the dissolution of a marriage. As a co-survivor of false allegations, she is driven by a personal passion for justice, integrity, and fairness.  She firmly believes in upholding truth and accuracy and understands the deep impact that false allegations can have on clients’ lives, relationships, and overall well-being. 

When she is not coaching, Dr. Courtney is a wife, boy mom, stepmom, and lifelong student. In her spare time (lol) you can find her near a body of water, where she feels most at peace.

“In the waves of change, we find our true direction” 

To schedule a call with Dr. Courtney, click HERE.

Heather Ainsley, Office Manager

Heather has been working with Leslie since 2019 as her right-hand woman. Heather is responsible for everything involved in running the business, such as billing, scheduling, marketing, and working with any client issues or questions that may arise. A survivor of divorce herself, Heather works closely with our clients and is an incredible asset to our business.

She can be reached by emailing support@lesliehopecoaching.com.